Kara Joyce Jencks, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Kara Joyce Jencks is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Canton, MI with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MI can see Kara Joyce Jencks, MD in person in Canton or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (class of 2020), she has been practicing for over 6 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 941dNPPES updated 2023-10-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.8%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
≈ Same as national average
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
50
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
76
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
296
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $56k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.48 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2020
University of Texas Medical Branch
Board certified · Oct 24, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
6 years in practice
Established
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 2020)
Mailing address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Kara Joyce Jencks
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kara Joyce Jencks for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Canton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kara Joyce Jencks
NPI records show Dr. Jencks as active with telehealth listed in Canton, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 844-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kara Joyce Jencks
Practice Location
1051 N Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48187-5097
Mailing Address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
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